About the Role
Under the direction of the School Director and Lead Teacher, the Teacher supports daily classroom operations and the implementation of Cadence Education programs. This role helps create a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment that supports children’s physical, social, emotional, developmental, and behavioral needs, including those with IEPs. Teachers play a key role in maintaining classroom routines, supporting curriculum delivery, and building positive relationships with children and families while ensuring safety and licensing compliance.
Responsibilities
- Support a positive, inclusive classroom environment where children are treated with dignity, respect, and care.
- Greet children and families daily and help establish professional, welcoming relationships.
- Assist in recognizing and responding to individual developmental, behavioral, cultural, and learning needs, including following IEPs and behavioral support plans as directed.
- Support the Lead Teacher in planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum and Cadence Signature Programs.
- Communicate professionally and respectfully with families, coworkers, and leadership using Cadence‑approved tools and systems.
- Follow the Cadence Education Safety and Supervision Manual, including documenting and reporting accidents and incidents according to policy.
- Assist in managing, documenting, and escalating child behaviors in alignment with Cadence policies and classroom expectations.
- Adhere to all Cadence Education policies and procedures outlined in the Employee Handbook.
- Participate in required meetings, trainings, and professional development, which may occur outside regularly scheduled work hours.
Requirements
- Ability to consistently follow safety procedures, including Name‑to‑Face accountability, food allergy processes, bottle‑feeding procedures, and Safe Sleep practices.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a classroom team.
- Ability to read, write, and speak effectively in English.
- Must meet minimum experience and education requirements for the state of employment.
- Previous experience in an early childhood or group care setting is preferred.
- Must meet all state licensing qualifications for a Teacher in a licensed childcare center.
- Ability to obtain and maintain required background clearances and health screenings.
- Flexibility is essential. Schedules may change based on enrollment, staffing ratios, or operational needs.
- Work schedules may vary and are not guaranteed to be eight-hour shifts.
- Daily start and end times may vary and cannot be guaranteed.
Skills
- Early childhood education
- Childcare
- Daycare
Location
- 5245 S Emmer Drive
- New Berlin, WI
Work Type
- Full-Time
Experience Level
- Previous experience in an early childhood or group care setting is preferred.
Education Level
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field is preferred, but not required if state licensing requirements are met.
- CDA preferred but not required if state requirements are satisfied.
Salary/Compensations
- $15.60 - $20.25 per hour
Benefits
- 50% childcare tuition discount
- 401(k) with employer match
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Pet insurance
- Paid time off that grows with seniority
- Paid holidays
- Company-paid life insurance
- Paid CDA
- Tuition reimbursement
- Professional development
About the Company
- We’re committed to shaping bright futures for children, families, and our teams.
- We offer a research‑based curriculum in warm, home‑like environments and foster a collaborative, supportive workplace where educators can grow and thrive.
- With 340+ schools across 30 states and 30+ years of expertise, Cadence Education is the superstar of early childhood education!
